Race a Ferrari

NOLA Motorsports Park

Racing a Ferrari around a world-class race course is something many people dream of but few people experience. Now is your chance to put the pedal to the metal behind the wheel of a Ferrari 458 Italia and make dreams come true!

Begin your day with an approximately 30-minute classroom session to reviewracing techniques, safety and track dynamics

Enjoy a high-speed training lap with your professional instructor

Get behind the wheel of the incomparable Ferrari 458 Italia, capable of hitting 60 MPH in just 3.3 seconds

Drive 3 heart-pumping laps around the track at the unbelievably fast NOLA Motorsports Park and find out how fast this supercar really goes!

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About this Experience

Racing a Ferrari around a world-class race course is something many people dream of but few people experience. Now is your chance to put the pedal to the metal behind the wheel of a Ferrari 458 Italia and make dreams come true!

Begin your day with an approximately 30-minute classroom session to reviewracing techniques, safety and track dynamics

Enjoy a high-speed training lap with your professional instructor

Get behind the wheel of the incomparable Ferrari 458 Italia, capable of hitting 60 MPH in just 3.3 seconds

Drive 3 heart-pumping laps around the track at the unbelievably fast NOLA Motorsports Park and find out how fast this supercar really goes!

The Ferrari 458 Italia is one of the finest supercars in existence. Capable of hitting speeds of 200+ MPH and going from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.3 seconds, it's a true masterpiece of engineering. This Race a Ferrari experience at the Nola Motorsports Park is your opportunity to get behind the wheel of your dream car!

Your day at the track will start with an approximately 20-30 minute classroom session where your professional instructor will go over racing tips, proper driving position, steering techniques, braking and acceleration with powerful vehicles like the Ferrari, and how to find the optimum racing lines on the course. Once complete, you'll be sent down to the pit to be fitted for your helmet and prepare yourself for the thrill of a lifetime!

Before you put the petal to the metal, your professional instructor will treat you to a single training lap. You will drive your dream car at low speeds and learn the course. Along the way, your instructor will point out tricky turns and tell you all the insider secrets and techniques to get the most of your experience. Before you know it, it will be time to put your new knowledge to the test!

Finally, you will have the opportunity to unleash on the course at Nola Motorsports Park for 3 or 6, heart-pumping laps. Your instructor will be in the passenger seat the entire time, giving you real-time feedback and pointers on how to get the most out of the world-class course at Nola!

The Course at Nola Motorsports Park: This 1.8-mile course boasts 12, exciting turns and one of the longest straightaways in the country at 3,200 feet! A straightaway that long is the perfect opportunity to put the pedal to the metal and test the limits of your vehicle.

Prepare yourself for the ultimate racing experience and a day you will never forget!

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Essential Information

Helmets will be provided

Participants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license

Ferrari 458 Italia not recommended for participants exceeding 6'3"

Participants cannot exceed 350 pounds

Included in the cost of this experience is a $39 Track Insurance Policy. Participants will have the option to upgrade the insurance for an additional fee at the time of booking.

Photos and video of your experience are available for purchase at the track on the day of your experience

Duration

Experience lasts approximately 2 hours, however, duration can be extended due to unexpected weather and mechanical issues.

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Maximum Participants

1 driver per car

Spectators

We encourage you to bring family and friends to share the experience! Spectators will be able to watch from a few designated viewing areas outside the event. Pit passes are available on the day of the event for additional $15 per person (anyone under 12 years old is free) for any spectators who want to be close to the action!

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent and may be postponed or rescheduled based on conditions. Please contact the experience provider directly with any questions or concerns regarding the weather.

What To Wear

Comfortable clothing, socks, long pants and closed toed shoes.

Booking Information

For this experience, we recommend booking at least 3 days in advance.

Rescheduling & Cancellations

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final, no refunds or exchanges for alternative Cloud 9 Living experiences are allowed. Rescheduling your time or switching vehicles (if available) within the same track location is allowed, for no additional fee, up to 48 hours prior to your booked date. If done so within 48 hours of your booked date a $100 fee will incur. You may reschedule or transfer to a different track location within 12 months of your original booking for a $50 fee. If you reschedule or transfer to a different track location outside of 12 months then you will have a credit with the experience provider to use towards one of their current packages.

Experience ID

DRI-NOR-0007

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What are the requirements to drive?

Drivers must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

*The Ferrari 458 Italia is not recommended for drivers exceeding 6'3" due to limited cabin space.

Do I need to know how to drive manual transmission?

No! All vehicles are equipped with a no-clutch, paddle shift on the wheel which you will be taught to use.

Are there any height or weight restrictions?

In general, all participants must not exceed 6'8" and weigh more than 350 pounds. However, the Ferrari 458 Italia is not recommended for drivers over 6'3" due to limited cabin space. Please contact Cloud 9 Living with any concerns about fitting comfortably into the car.

Are photos/video available?

There are multiple photo/video options available for purchase on the day of your experience. Photo packages start at $29 and are available in a printed sleeve or digitally. Video packages start at $49 and are provided on a USB flash drive.

What track insurance policy is included?

The minimum insurance policy is included in the price of this experience. The minimum $39 policy includes $20,000 coverage with a $5,000 deductible. You are welcome to upgrade your insurance policy on the day of your experience to one of the below packages.

-$69 policy includes $85,000 coverage with a $3,000 deductible
-$149 policy includes $150,000 coverage with a $2,000 deductible

Do I need any previous racing experience?

Nope - This experience is meant to give the average car-lover an opportunity to race their dream car! You will have a 25-30 minute classroom session prior to driving during which your professional instructors will go over safety information, details about your car and the track, and any other questions you might have!

How fast will I go?

The maximum speeds reached on the track are determined by your comfort and skill level as well as the track length and configuration. Trust us, you'll not only get your need for speed, but you'll also get to experience the finesse of this renowned supercar!

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